Selling Energy

JUNE 16, 2022

Those of you who have been reading this blog for a while or have taken any of my sales-focused classes have probably heard me talk about industry research and the importance of becoming an expert in your prospects’ businesses.

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eGrabber

MARCH 30, 2023

With over one million groups available to join for free, LinkedIn Groups can be a valuable resource for salespeople looking to connect with prospects in their industry. In this blog post, we’ll explore why LinkedIn Groups can offer high conversion prospects and how to leverage them effectively to drive sales. Do research.

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MTD Sales Training

OCTOBER 12, 2018

‘If you’re going to make some contacts with prospects today, why should they bother talking to you?’. We’ve all heard that pre-call research is important, so it doesn’t sound like a scripted pitch you’ve made 146 times before. Pre-call research is expected these days, especially with busy, time-poor decision-makers.

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BuzzBoard

MARCH 13, 2024

An Overview of Various Research Methods for Effective Small Business Outreach Understanding the nuances of various research methods for small business outreach can significantly bolster your digital marketing firm’s sales strategy. Always bear in mind; proficient research guides your outreach towards successful client engagement.

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BuzzBoard

JANUARY 22, 2024

The key to effective sales calls lies in thorough research and understanding the unique needs and challenges faced by each prospective client. This guide will help you gauge the actionable measures to research local businesses for sales calls. Consider factors such as industry relevance, online presence, and growth potential.

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Zoominfo

MARCH 3, 2019

In the world of B2B sales, company research is a critical aspect of any successful rep’s daily duties. In fact, access to the right research tools and information can make or break your ability to identify target accounts, personalize a sales pitch, and ultimately, close deals. Let’s get into it! It’s free!

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Learn what sales prospecting is, and how business development professionals can go to market using outreach strategies that deliver business results. What is Sales Prospecting? The ultimate goal is to guide your prospects through the sales funnel until they eventually make a purchase. How to Prospect: Step by Step.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Be upfront and transparent with your prospects. Consider these following tips to get more success in your cold calls — before, during, and afterward: Do: Research your prospect (Who are they? So I’m working on an initiative for [lead’s industry] to improve their [industry-specific goal]. Reason for Calling.

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Janek Performance Group

APRIL 10, 2024

In the competitive landscape of B2B sales, effectively qualifying prospects is paramount. There, we looked at key indicators to assess before passing prospects to sales. Now, we’ll go further and explore strategies and best practices for improving prospect qualification. And, if so, is the prospect worth your time and effort?

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Showpad

MAY 12, 2022

They designed new industry research methods that include both customers and sales reps. They overhauled their sales enablement platform, building resource hubs around specific industries. Building sales enablement—one industry at a time. They kickstarted each new vertical project with a period of intense research. “It’s

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Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

But you don’t want to expand into new industries while increasing costs, losing time, and ultimately, costing your business sales. In this post, we’ll further explore the concept of using AI to sell into new industries and review five ways your sales team can leverage it. 5 Ways Your Team Can Use AI to Sell Into New Industries 1.

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Partners in Excellence

OCTOBER 31, 2022

I see a lot of discussions about “forcing sellers to waste selling time by doing their own research.” ” Increasingly, I see people recommending outsourcing this research, freeing the time up to make more calls. Clearly, too many sales people don’t know how to do research, as a result, they waste a lot of time.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 23, 2021

If your sales pipeline is colder than a Siberian spigot in January, it’s time to rethink your sales prospecting techniques. Here’s the thing though, reps need actionable techniques and tips to make their prospecting systematic, smooth, and, of course, profitable. What are Prospecting Techniques? How did you find those prospects?

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Our survey revealed that ZoomInfo is helping frontline sales teams realize significant revenue growth in virtually every industry, with 67% of sales leaders reporting immediate top-line revenue gains after implementing ZoomInfo. As a result of this shift, efficient, cost-effective prospecting has become vital.

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SBI Growth

JANUARY 30, 2014

The potential impact of Social Selling varies greatly by industry. Social Selling will be highly disruptive to some industries. If you are in an industry where social selling has high applicability, peddle faster. If you are in an industry where social selling has low applicability, ignore it. We track 19 industries.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Want prospects to respond with lightning speed? The triple touch is a tactic that salespeople use to engage prospects. The ‘touches’ include contacting the prospect three different ways, each time building trust, getting on their radar, and moving them further into the sales funnel. . What is the Triple Touch in Sales?

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Zoominfo

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Business development and media groups regularly put out lists of fast-growing companies based on region, industry, sector, technology, and other factors. Find a list that fits your company’s search criteria—such as customer profile, marketing goals, and technology stack—and start prospecting.

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The Brooks Group

AUGUST 8, 2019

This post comes from Michelle Richardson, Vice President of Research at the Sales Performance Research Center. The Brooks Group is proud to announce the launch of the Sales Performance Research Center. Subscribe here and look forward to upcoming research findings.

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Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Smarter Prospecting in Less Time For experienced sales professionals, using ZoomInfo for the first time often feels like discovering a secret; after spending years going door-to-door, suddenly having a world of information at your fingertips can be an invigorating experience. ZoomInfo saves me so much time,” Castro says.

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Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

While there are specific shared characteristics between all B2B sales, the industries they take place in require different levels of understanding and preparation on behalf of the salesperson. Industrial Sales are a type of B2B sale marked by characteristics that aren’t always significant in traditional B2B deals. Fewer Customers.

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Selling Energy

DECEMBER 9, 2021

We have discussed some strategies for getting to know your prospects before you talk with them. Assuming you take these tips to heart and perform due diligence before the first call, how do you use the newfound knowledge of your prospect and his or her industry, company, and team to increase the likelihood of getting your project approved?

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Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

So how can you scale communications with prospects and leads in the space between nurturing and closing a deal? They are a component of campaigns where individual readers (who could be possible prospects) are sent crafted messages after they set off a configured trigger. How Do You Set up Email Automation? Basic Steps. Technical Steps.

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eGrabber

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In the world of sales and marketing, prospecting lists are the backbone of any successful campaign. But what exactly is a prospecting list, and how can you build one that yields the best results? What is a Prospecting List? 50+ Ways to Build Prospecting Lists in no Time! What industry are they in? Try for Free!

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Janek Performance Group

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Prospecting is one of the most fundamental sales skills. However, as the sales environment shifts, sellers must update how they prospect. Last July, we hosted the webinar, Mastering the Art of Prospecting: Key Strategies for Success. Here, we examined the fundamental principles of modern prospecting.

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Janek Performance Group

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

From subject to signature, top salespeople know the importance of crafting great prospecting emails. After all, an email is often a prospect’s first impression, and it can be the difference between calling or deleting you. Also, too many sales pros think they just need the basic idea, and the prospect will do the rest.

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Nutshell

JUNE 6, 2019

Getting to know your potential buyers is a huge factor in bridging that gap, and the best way to accomplish that is by doing personal research on each prospect before you reach out to them. Tools for researching companies: Google. If your prospect company is a startup, they most likely have a profile on AngelList.

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Nutshell

MAY 15, 2023

For outbound sales teams, prospecting software is essential to finding new leads and nurturing them into customers. Sales prospecting tools for lead generation are critical for helping sales representatives find, qualify, and reach more prospects.

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Hubspot Sales

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Over the years, many organizations have invested in a new selling methodology that has evolved the sales approach from strategic selling to "challenging" prospects. Business strategies aren’t one-size-fits-all — not every prospect has the same one. Is your prospect's goal to increase revenue? Increase profit?

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Mereo

MARCH 28, 2024

In fact, industry data is showing that in many issues leaders faced last year, the lack of (or too many) value-based relationships between buyers and sellers contributed to the problem. Connect your prospects to current clients. It would be best to have a network of current clients available to speak with your prospects.

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LeadFuze

JANUARY 2, 2024

Keyword research using AI is like having a megaphone that reaches just the right ears. Table of Contents: The Role of AI in Modern Keyword Research What Is an AI Keyword Generator? Can you automate keyword research? How do you use ChatGPT for keyword research? It’s smart fishing in the sea of search engines.

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eGrabber

JULY 9, 2021

Sales prospecting is the process of identifying your ideal prospects, building your prospect list and then reaching out to them to turn them into your customers. It is the most essential and inevitable element of any sales process in any company or industry. This is the first step in sales prospecting.

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Selling Energy

MARCH 3, 2023

The next time you’re preparing to sell to a prospect, ask yourself, “Do I know the ins and outs of this prospect’s industry?” If your honest answer to this question is “not really,” do yourself a favor and take the time to understand what that prospect measures to gauge his/her success in business.

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Selling Energy

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

When I teach I often discuss strategies for getting to know your prospects before you meet with them.

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BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Understanding the Process of Prospecting for SMB Leads The process of prospecting for SMB leads can be a complex task, particularly for salespeople at digital marketing agencies who specialize in selling to small businesses. Prospecting commences with pinpointing the type of small business you envision as your prospects.

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